Premium & Luxury Car Hire

Upgrade your journey with premium & luxury car hire from Enterprise. Whether you're travelling for business, attending a special event or simply looking for extra comfort on the road, premium car hire delivers a refined driving experience with advanced technology, elevated comfort and impressive performance.

Our premium vehicle range includes some of the highest-specification vehicles available to rent, including executive saloons, luxury SUVs and premium electric vehicles from leading automotive brands. With spacious interiors, premium features and sophisticated styling, these vehicles are designed to make every journey feel more luxurious.

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Premium Vehicles Available to Rent

From executive travel and airport transfers to weekend breaks and long-distance road trips, our premium range combines everyday practicality with the comfort and prestige of luxury car rental. Explore our selection of premium vehicles and find the right car for your next journey.

 

Executive Saloons

Mercedes C-Class or similar

Luxury SUVs

BMW X5 or similar

Large Van

Premium Electric Cars

Audi E-Tron or similar

What is Premium Car Rental?

Renting a premium car gives you access to vehicles that offer enhanced comfort, advanced technology and stronger performance compared with standard rental vehicles. These are popular with business travellers, families looking for greater comfort on longer journeys, or drivers wanting to indulge in a higher-specification vehicle.

Features can include leather seating, larger infotainment displays, advanced driver assistance technology, premium audio systems and enhanced cabin space.

Premium vehicles are available from respected manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz, Audi, Volvo and Lexus. Premium SUVs and electric vehicles are also increasingly popular, offering drivers a combination of luxury features, practicality and efficiency.

Unlike Specialist Luxury or Exotic rentals, premium car hire focuses on vehicles that are practical enough for everyday use while still delivering exceptional comfort and driving quality. This makes premium rentals an attractive option for airport transfers, business travel, weekend breaks, road trips and special occasions.

At Enterprise, premium vehicles represent some of the best-equipped cars available to hire, combining sophistication, comfort and convenience in one package.

What is Considered a Premium Car?

Premium cars typically offer a higher level of overall quality, technology, performance and comfort than standard models, often featuring superior interior materials, advanced technology and enhanced driving dynamics. Manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Volvo and Lexus are commoly associated with premium vehicles.

Examples of premium vehicles can include:

  • Executive saloons
  • Luxury SUVs
  • Premium electric vehicles
  • High-specification hybrid vehicles

Premium vehicles are particularly popular for executive travel, airport transfers and special occasions where comfort, presentation and driving quality are important considerations.

While all premium vehicles are designed to provide a more refined experience than standard rental cars. Not every premium vehicle is considered a luxury car. Understanding this distinction can help you choose the right vehicle for your needs.

What's the Difference Between Premium and Luxury Rental Cars?

When searching for a premium or luxury car hire, these terms are often used interchangeably. Both offer enhanced comfort, advanced technology and a more refined driving experience than standard rental cars. However, there are some subtle differences that can help travellers choose the right vehicle for their needs.

In the rental industry, premium car hire typically refers to executive vehicles that combine sophistication, performance and practicality. This category often includes executive saloons, luxury SUVs and premium electric vehicles from manufacturers such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Lexus and Volvo. These vehicles are designed to deliver a superior driving experience while remaining comfortable and practical for everyday journeys, business travel and longer road trips.

Luxury car rental is often a broader term. While it can include the same executive vehicles found in premium rental categories, it may also extend to more exclusive models that place a greater emphasis on prestige, craftsmanship or performance. Luxury vehicles can range from high-specification executive saloons and SUVs through to prestige grand tourers and specialist performance cars.

For example, a BMW 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class or premium electric SUV could reasonably be described as both a premium and luxury rental vehicle. These vehicles offer the quality, comfort and technology expected of a luxury driving experience while remaining practical for daily use. This is why the terms are frequently used interchangeably across the automotive and rental industries.

The biggest distinction often comes when discussing exotic vehicles and supercars. While the premium rental category generally focuses on vehicles suited to everyday driving, the Enterprise Exotic Collection also offers specialist vehicles designed primarily for exclusivity, prestige or high performance. These may include exotic sports cars, grand tourers and supercars that are produced in lower volumes and deliver a more specialised driving experience.

Another way to think about the difference is purpose. Premium vehicles are typically chosen for executive travel, airport transfers, client meetings, special occasions and longer journeys where comfort and refinement are priorities. Luxury vehicles can fulfil the same role but may also be selected for their exclusivity, status or performance credentials.

Ultimately, whether described as premium or luxury, both categories offer a significant step up from standard rental vehicles. The right choice will depend on whether you're looking for executive comfort and practicality, or a more specialised prestige driving experience with the 'wow factor'.

What's the Difference Between a Premium and Full-Size Rental Car?

A full-size rental car is primarily defined by its size and passenger capacity, while a premium rental car is defined by its level of equipment, comfort and overall driving experience.

Full-size vehicles generally offer:

  • Spacious interiors
  • Comfortable seating for multiple passengers
  • Large luggage capacity
  • Strong value for money

Premium vehicles typically provide:

  • Higher-quality interior materials
  • More advanced technology
  • Enhanced performance
  • Greater refinement and comfort
  • Premium brand positioning

A full-size car may be larger than some premium vehicles, but it will not necessarily offer the same level of luxury features or finish. Likewise, some premium executive saloons may have similar dimensions to a full-size vehicle but provide a noticeably more refined driving experience.

Drivers choosing between the two categories should consider whether their priority is maximum space, elevated comfort or a combination of both.

Are There Any Hidden Costs with Premium or Luxury Car Rentals?

Enterprise is transparent about car hire costs, but it is important to understand what is included within your rental agreement before booking.

Rental pricing can vary based on factors such as vehicle type, rental duration, location, seasonal demand and optional products selected during the booking process.

Potential additional costs may include:

  • Optional insurance products
  • Additional driver fees
  • Young driver surcharges
  • Fuel charges if a vehicle is not returned according to the agreed fuel policy
  • Toll charges or congestion charges where applicable
  • Optional accessories such as child seats or navigation systems

Choosing a premium or luxury vehicle does not automatically create additional fees. However, because premium and luxury vehicles represent higher-value assets, some rental requirements may differ depending on location and vehicle availability.

Before confirming a booking, it's always worth reviewing the rental terms and conditions so that you understand any applicable charges and optional extras. Ready to find the right premium or luxury vehicle? Start your reservation today.

Why Hire a Car or Van with Enterprise?

Save on Car Hire. Enjoy great rental cars, low rates and award-winning customer service with Enterprise Rent-A-Car.

With a fleet of more than 2 million vehicles worldwide, we can help you find the car that best suits your needs.

Hiring a Car with Enterprise? We're here to help answer your car rental questions with our Rental Essentials videos.

Our customers are our priority, which is why you can expect not only great value rental cars but also first-class service.

From compact 3-door cars to spacious people carriers and vans, Enterprise Rent-A-Car has a range of rental vehicles.

With over 400 branches across the UK, including at all the major train stations and airports, convenient car hire is never far.

Looking for an Exotic or Supercar Rental?

Enterprise Exotic Car Collection

While premium and luxury vehicle rentals provide a refined driving experience for everyday journeys, some drivers may be looking for something even more distinctive.

A supercar is a type of exotic vehicle that typically combines exceptional performance, advanced engineering and exclusive design. Exotic vehicles are generally produced in lower volumes and are often considered aspirational or collector-focused models.

Exotic and supercar rentals prioritise exclusivity, prestige and extreme performance, providing the ultimate 'wow factor' when you want to make an impression.

FAQs

Our range of premium rental cars includes executive saloons, luxury SUVs and premium electric vehicles from respected manufacturers such as BMW, Mercedes-Benz and Audi. Vehicle availability may vary by location.

You must be aged 30 or over to hire a premium or luxury car with Enterprise. Additional requirements may apply. Start your reservation.

Yes. Premium rental cars are ideal for business travel. If you are travelling as a group they are comfortable and spacious enough for 4 people and their luggage. If you are travelling solo, their enhanced performance and superior driving experience make them a practical and convenient choice.

In the UK all car hire includes damage waiver, unlimited mileage and 24-hour breakdown assistance. We also offer a free pick-up and drop-off service to get you to and from our non-airport branches.

Luxury and premium are often used interchangeably, but luxury is a broader term and can also be used to describe exotic and supercars.